How To Fix DO202 - Lower fixed value limit & > upper fixed value limit &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DO - Dictionary: Mass activation of domains and data elements

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Lower fixed value limit & > upper fixed value limit &

What causes this issue?

In a value range the lower limit must be smaller as the upper limit.
In the value range specified the lower limit is larger than the upper
limit.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Exchange the values for the lower and upper limits of the value range.
Please note:
If it is a domain with data type CHAR, the values are taken into
consideration for the whole length of the domain, that is the
final space characters also belong to the value.
In this case the following is true: '1000 ' < '70 '

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO202 - Lower fixed value limit & > upper fixed value limit & ?

  The SAP error message DO202, which states "Lower fixed value limit & > upper fixed value limit &," typically occurs in the context of defining fixed values for certain fields in SAP, such as in the configuration of a characteristic in a variant configuration scenario or when setting up certain types of data entries.
  Cause:
  This error arises when there is a logical inconsistency in the fixed value limits defined for a characteristic. Specifically, it indicates that the lower limit value is greater than the upper limit value, which is not permissible. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The user may have mistakenly entered the lower limit as a higher value than the upper limit.
  Configuration Errors: During the configuration of characteristics or classes, the limits may have been set incorrectly.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the limits may not have been correctly translated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DO202 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Review the Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings for the characteristic or field where the error is occurring.
  Check the defined lower and upper limits for the fixed values.
  
  
  
  Correct the Limits:
  
  Ensure that the lower limit is less than or equal to the upper limit. Adjust the values accordingly.
  Save the changes and re-test the functionality that triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  If the characteristic is part of a larger configuration or dependent on other settings, ensure that all related configurations are consistent and do not introduce conflicts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct limits, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with a functional consultant who specializes in the area you are working on.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CT04 (to maintain characteristics) or CL02 (to maintain classes) to access and modify the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  User Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the cause of the DO202 error in your SAP system.